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Helvetia 10k Mountain Run

Name: Helvetia 10k Mountain Run
Start: 2025-09-14
End: 2025-09-14
Location: Helvetia

Helvetia, United States • 14 Sep 2025

The Helvetia 10k Mountain Run is an annual race held in Helvetia, West Virginia, celebrating its 26th edition in September 2025. This unique event takes participants through the scenic trails of a historic Swiss settlement, coinciding with the Helvetia Fair. The race showcases the region's cultural heritage, featuring a different Swiss canton’s coat of arms on the event t-shirt each year. Runners can also participate in the Black-Hel Double, which includes the Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon the day before. The Helvetia 10k offers a blend of community spirit and challenging terrain, making it a highlight for local and visiting runners alike. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States West Virginia Helvetia

Race information

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10 km

10k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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